This 36-minute lecture explores the foundational document "Our Common Future" and the philosophical underpinnings of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Examine how this landmark report, also known as the Brundtland Report, shaped our modern understanding of sustainable development and influenced the creation of global sustainability frameworks. Learn about the core principles, ethical considerations, and interconnected nature of economic, social, and environmental dimensions that form the basis of the SDGs agenda.
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Syllabus
Our Common Future and Philosophy behind SDGs
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NPTEL-NOC IITM